DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Deputy CEO will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to drive organizational transformation, institutional growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability.

The successful candidate will support the development and execution of strategic initiatives, strengthen partnerships, improve operational performance, and position the Institute for future growth and relevance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Growth

• Support the CEO in developing and implementing the organization’s strategic vision and transformation agenda
• Drive institutional growth initiatives and business development opportunities
• Lead strategic planning, performance monitoring, and organizational improvement processes
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and innovations that enhance institutional competitiveness and relevance
• Develop and implement growth strategies that strengthen stakeholder value and organizational sustainability

Transformation & Innovation

• Champion organizational transformation and modernization initiatives
• Lead process improvement and change management projects
• Promote innovation across programmes, operations, and stakeholder engagement activities
• Drive digital transformation and operational efficiency initiatives

Business Development & Partnerships

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with corporate institutions, government agencies, industry players, and international organizations
• Support revenue generation initiatives and strategic collaborations
• Identify and pursue sponsorship, partnership, and growth opportunities

Operational Oversight

• Support the CEO in overseeing organizational operations and ensuring strategic alignment across departments
• Monitor organizational performance and ensure achievement of key objectives
• Provide leadership support in policy implementation and institutional governance
• Prepare executive reports, presentations, and strategic recommendations for management and governing bodies

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation

• Represent the Institute at meetings, conferences, industry engagements, and official events when required
• Strengthen relationships with members, stakeholders, and strategic partners
• Promote the visibility, reputation, and influence of the Institute locally and internationally

Educational Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Strategy, Management, or a related field
• Professional Marketing Qualification such as:
  • ProM
  • DipM
  • Chartered Marketer
    is highly preferred
• Fully paid-up member of Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG) is an advantage

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 10–15 years’ relevant professional experience
• At least 5 years’ experience at executive or senior management level
• Demonstrated success in:
  • Organizational transformation
  • Institutional growth
  • Strategic leadership
  • Partnership development
  • Business growth initiatives

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking and leadership abilities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead change and organizational transformation
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability
• Excellent presentation and relationship management skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic and results-driven environment